Free museum entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand
Open every day 10am-6pm
(except Christmas Day)
Free museum entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand
Join us for a free whānauday of activities inspired by the exhibition Breathe | Mauri Ora. We invite you to explore and celebrate our deep connections through creative exploration.
Sat 11 Apr 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm
Te Taiao, Level 2, Toi Art, Level 4 and Rongomaraeroa, the marae, Level 4
Free, with museum entry
Kids, adults and whānau
Wheelchair accessible
Variable lighting
Toilets beside Rongomaraeroa in the entrance from Mana Whenua
No food and drink allowed
Subtitles on all Te Taiao videos
Across Te Papa, you’ll find a trail designed for tamarikiand curious minds of all ages – inspired by Breathe | Mauri Ora: An Immersive Journey into Nature by Marshmallow Laser Feast.
Through hands-on activities, the sounds of taonga puoro, art-making, and close looking, your whānauis invited to explore the dazzling scale of our universe, from the cosmic to the cellular.
This day aligns with International Slow Art Day, encouraging us to take our time, follow our curiosity, and notice new details.
This free event is outside of the exhibition Breathe | Mauri Ora.
The exhibition is open 10am– 6pm daily. Tickets can be purchased separately.
Te Taiao Whānau Day: Backyard Birds and Bugs, 12 July 2019. Photo by Jo Moore. Te Papa (141700)
Explore our Breathe | Mauri Ora events season, featuring panel discussions, a wellbeing symposium, taonga puoro (Māori musical instruments), performances, and immersive dining. Discover experiences celebrating our connection to te taiao (nature).
A free interactive drop-in session for tamariki (children) aged 5 and under. This month, learn about native plants in Bush City.
Fri 27 Feb 2026, 10am to 12pm
Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake
Breathe | Mauri Ora exhibition features major digital artworks on an awe-inspiring scale from London-based collective Marshmallow Laser Feast (MLF). Get your tickets online now.
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Exhibition Ngā whakaaturanga
Our exciting programme of events runs all year. Watch song and dance performances, join in with kids activities and cultural days, hear from our experts, and much more.
